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Several members of Congress and one of America's most prominent religious leaders criticized President Obama on Capitol Hill on Thursday for a seeming brush-off during National Day of Prayer observances and for not referring to America as a "Judeo-Christian" nation in remarks last month in Turkey. "We are disappointed at the lack of emphasis on prayer at the National Day of Prayer," James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family, told reporters at the Cannon House Office Building after a three-hour prayer observance. "There are tens of millions of people praying across this country - 40,000 prayer events taking place...

Oh, I think we all know why. He’s saving the big revelations for his second term, when it’s politically safe: The middle-class tax hike; the fact that he secretly supports gay marriage; and, most historically of all, his declaration of atheism. I expect to be invited to the presser. Partisanship should have no hold on such a glorious occasion. I find it hard to believe that people care much about this, seeing as how it apparently involves counting how many times he mentioned God in his proclamation, but the boss has him dead to rights about how ostentatious his displays...

WHEREAS, a National Day of Prayer has been embedded in American tradition for hundreds of years- the Continental Congress called for a National Day of Prayer in 1775; in 1863, Abraham Lincoln established a proclamation for a day of "humiliation, fasting, and prayer”; a joint resolution by Congress, signed by President Truman in 1952, declared an annual, national day of prayer; and in 1988, President Ronald Reagan set aside the first Thursday in May as the National Day of Prayer; and WHEREAS, following the devastating event the United States experienced on September 11, 2001, President Bush reminded us that Congress,...

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 7, 2009 NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER, 2009 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Throughout our Nation's history, Americans have come together in moments of great challenge and uncertainty to humble themselves in prayer. In 1775, as the Continental Congress began the task of forging a new Nation, colonists were asked to observe a day of quiet humiliation and prayer. Almost a century later, as the flames of the Civil War burned from north to south, President...

What are you thankful for also what your heart prays for?

The National Day of Prayer is being held in many sites across Virginia. Click below or on the link above to see where your local event is being held...... http://www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/

The White House is planning a muted observance of Thursday's National Day of Prayer, a response that has disappointed both Christian conservatives and an atheist group that wants to end the tradition. Congress established the day in 1952 and in 1988 set the first Thursday in May as the day for presidents to issue proclamations asking Americans to pray. White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said President Barack Obama would issue such a proclamation Thursday but not hold any public events with religious leaders as President George W. Bush did. Obama's decision drew a rebuke from the National Day of...

Christian group, atheists, both dissatisfied with prayer observance MADISON, Wis. (AP) - President Barack Obama will apparently be disappointing both Christian conservatives and atheists with the way he's observing tomorrow's National Day of Prayer. The White House says Obama will issue a proclamation asking Americans to pray, just as presidents before him have done. But a spokesman says Obama won't hold any public events with religious leaders, something his predecessor did. A private group that promotes prayer events around the country says it's disappointed with what it says is a "lack of participation by the Obama administration." Shirley Dobson of...

(AP) — MADISON, Wis. - The White House is planning a muted observance of Thursday's National Day of Prayer, a response that has disappointed both Christian conservatives and an atheist group that wants to end the tradition. Congress established the day in 1952 and in 1988 set the first Thursday in May as the day for presidents to issue proclamations asking Americans to pray. White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said President Barack Obama would issue such a proclamation Thursday but not hold any public events with religious leaders as President George W. Bush did.

Thursday is the National Day of Prayer and major events are planned at the U.S. Capitol. But unlike the last eight years of the Bush administration, the White House will not hold a big event. The Bible reading has begun from Genesis to Revelation as hundreds have come to the U.S. Capitol this week to read the Bible cover to cover in honor of Thursday's National Day of Prayer. The event became law back in 1952. Rep. Randy Forbes, R-Va. is leading events this week on Capitol Hill. How would this nation be different? How would we have weathered those...

President Obama is distancing himself from the National Day of Prayer by nixing a formal early morning service and not attending a large Catholic prayer breakfast the next morning. All Mr. Obama will do for the National Day of Prayer, which is Thursday, is sign a proclamation honoring the day, which originated in 1952 when Congress set aside the first Thursday in May for the observance. For the past eight years, President George W. Bush invited selected Christian and Jewish leaders to the White House East Room, where he typically would give a short speech and several leaders offered prayers....

President Obama is distancing himself from the National Day of Prayer by nixing a formal early morning service and not attending a large Catholic prayer breakfast the following morning.

The National Day of Prayer Task Force, which is run out of the conservative Christian group Focus on the Family in Colorado Springs, Colo., has been eagerly awaiting word from the White House about plans for next Thursday's National Day of Prayer. Specifically, the group wants to know if President Obama will issue a proclamation observing the National Day of Prayer next Thursday and whether he'll host a formal White House event to mark the day—the latter being the practice of the Bush White House. The White House tells me that there will be a proclamation but no White House...

MADISON, Wis. — The nation's largest group of atheists and agnostics is suing President Bush, the governor of Wisconsin and other officials over the federal law designating a National Day of Prayer.

On Sunday, August 3, 3008, I am calling for a National Day of Prayer and Repentance. America has turned its back on God and I fear God has turned His face from us. Christians and Jews, we are the last "minority" it's safe to scorn and mock. No longer. It is time for us to reclaim our rightful Godly heritage and help return our nation to its ROOT, in the one, true God. Let us get on our knees on August 3, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time (7:00 a.m. Pacific) - at the same moment across the nation -...

An Update on the NDP and the Battle over Jesus Name Focus on the Family is reportedly planning a two-day program series on the National Day of Prayer on May 13 and 14. They are sending out emails claiming that what everyone has heard is inaccurate about Shirley Dobson and the NDP Task Force. I stand by all that we have said. The facts speak for themselves. 1. Dr. Ravi Zacharias, 2008 Honorary Chairman of the NDP, by his own admission, conformed to government demands that there be a non-sectarian, Jesus-free prayer. That prayer was on the Task Force website...

Christian overtones will define public prayer events today in Buffalo and other local communities observing the National Day of Prayer — despite concerns from some groups that evangelicals have co-opted the day to the exclusion of other faiths.Jews on First and the Council on American-Islamic Relations are among the groups urging a more inclusive prayer day, and Americans United for Separation of Church and State has asked government officials to be wary of a national nonprofit group that helps organize observances around the country.The group, the National Day of Prayer Task Force, is responsible for assisting with the organization of...

THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Welcome to the White House. And I am honored to join you for the National Day of Prayer. I'm sorry Laura is not here -- she's out selling her book. (Laughter.) Shirley, thank you very much for being the Chairman of the National Day of Prayer. Glad you brought old Jim with you. (Laughter.) Dr. Zacharias, thank you for being the Honorary Chairman. I appreciate the members of my Cabinet who are here today, thank you all for coming. It's good to see members of the United States Senate and the House of Representatives. Appreciate you...

Millions of Americans Expected to Gather on May 1st to Pray for America by News Release : Apr 17, 2008 : National Day of Prayer Task Force http://www.ndptf.org/home/index.cfm?flash=1 This is a critical time to be in prayer for our country. (Colorado Springs)—Tens of thousands of prayer events are planned across the country on Thursday May 1, 2008 in recognition of the 57th Annual National Day of Prayer. In churches, parks and on courthouse steps, citizens will pray for our nation; government leaders, media, military, schools, churches, businesses and families. New events are being added every day and can be...

National Day of Prayer, 2007 A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America A prayerful spirit has always been an important part of our national character, and it is a force that has guided the American people, given us strength, and sustained us in moments of joy and in times of challenge. On this National Day of Prayer, we acknowledge God's grace and ask for His continued guidance in the life of our Nation. Americans of many faiths and traditions share a common belief that God hears the prayers of His children and shows grace to those...

Almighty God, we pause to reflect on Your character as we seek wisdom for such a time as this. In these unsafe days, You remain all-powerful and able to protect; In these uncertain times, You remain all-knowing, leading us aright; In the unprecedented events we're facing, You remain absolutely sovereign. Our times are in Your hands. Therefore, our dependence on You, is total, not partial . . . our need for Your forgiveness is constant . . . our gratitude for Your grace is profound . . . our love for You is deep. We ask that You guard and...

A prayerful spirit has always been an important part of our national character, and it is a force that has guided the American people, given us strength, and sustained us in moments of joy and in times of challenge. On this National Day of Prayer, we acknowledge God's grace and ask for His continued guidance in the life of our Nation. Americans of many faiths and traditions share a common belief that God hears the prayers of His children and shows grace to those who seek Him. Following the tragedy at Virginia Tech, in towns all across America, in houses...

Least anyone forgets the most powerful speech made regarding 911.

National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, 2006 A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America This year, we mark the fifth anniversary of the brutal and ruthless terrorist attacks carried out against our Nation on September 11, 2001. We will always remember the thousands of lives lost, and the innocent men, women, and children forever changed by those acts of evil. During these National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, we honor the heroism of the police officers, firefighters, rescue personnel, members of the military, and private citizens who responded selflessly in the face of terror. We also...

THE PRESIDENT: Welcome to the White House. I am really glad you're here. Thanks for coming. And I'm honored to join you for the National Day of Prayer. On this special day, we give thanks for the many ways that America has been blessed, and we acknowledge the Almighty, who is the source of these blessings. I appreciate the Chairman of the National Day of Prayer, Shirley Dobson. I notice you brought your old husband with you, too. (Laughter.) Thank you for organizing this event here at the White House and around the nation. Mrs. Bright, it's good to...

Today the President spoke at the National Day of Prayer in a ceremony in the East Room. President Bush mets with President of Uruguay, Tabare Vazquez in the Oval Office The President also attended a ceremony celebrating the Mexican holiday, Cinco de Mayo, in the East Room. This evening he spoke at the American Jewish Committee Centennial Dinner Vice President Dick Cheney spoke at the Vilnius Conference in Vilnius Lithuania. Afterward he spoke with various heads of states from the Baltic and Black Sea regions who were attending this conference. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld spoke at the Southern Center...

Florida Gov. Jeb Bush - Praying for OUR state and Nation !

WASHINGTON - President Bush said Thursday that America's history is inexorably tied to prayer. "America is a nation of prayer. It's impossible to tell the story of our nation without telling the story of people who pray," Bush said during a White House celebration of the National Day of Prayer. "At decisive moments in our history and in quiet times around family tables, we are a people humbled and strengthened and blessed by prayer." Bowing his head many times as Christian and Jewish leaders offered prayers, the president thanked those who pray for him, calling it the greatest gift a...

All are invited to join local celebrations for the National Day of Prayer, May 4. Delaware County's main event is at Rose Tree Park beginning at 11:30 right underneath the Big Flag. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. The National Day of Prayer tradition predates the founding of the United States of America when the Continental Congress issued a proclamation setting aside a day of prayer in 1775. In 1952, Congress established an annual day of prayer and, in 1988, that law was amended, designating the National Day of Prayer as the first Thursday in May.

April 26, 2006Bible-Reading Marathon Kicks Off Sundayby Pete Winn, associate editorEvent culminates in the National Day of Prayer on May 4. Beginning Sunday morning, Christians will gather on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol -- and in front of public buildings and schools around the country -- to read the Bible out loud around the clock. The National Bible Reading Marathon began 17 years ago, according to the Rev. Mike Hall, who coordinating the Washington, D.C., event. "We read continuously," he told CitizenLink. "We will start with Genesis 1:1 at 8 o'clock on April 30th. And at 1 o'clock...

WASHINGTON — President Bush said today the Gulf Coast must be rebuilt with an eye toward wiping out the persistent poverty and racial injustice plain to all in the suffering of the black and the poor in Hurricane Katrina's wake. "As we clear away the debris of a hurricane, let us also clear away the legacy of inequality," Bush said during a national prayer service with other political leaders and religious figures from the affected region at the National Cathedral." Also today, White House officials said that taxpayers will pay the bill for the massive reconstruction program for the hurricane...

Today the President went to The National Cathedral for the "National Day of Prayer and Remembrance Service" for the victims of Hurricane Katrina, he later met with Vladimir Putin in the Oval office and after the meeting they then held a Press briefing in the East Room of the White House

Luis Palau has been invited by the White House to give the closing prayer at the National Cathedral on Friday, September 16th as part of ceremonies for the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. President Bush and other dignitaries are expected to attend the special services which are part of a nation-wide initiative to stage memorial services and other appropriate observances in the wake of the Katrina disaster. “This tragedy can be an opportunity to allow God’s love to bring healing and hope to people all across our country,” said Palau. “It has shown...

President Discusses Hurricane Katrina Emergency Disaster Relief Room 350 Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building President's Remarks view Fact Sheet: President Bush Announces New Initiatives to Provide Relief In Focus: Hurricane Relief 2:25 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: I want to thank the members of my Cabinet who have joined me today. Today I'm going to take this opportunity to speak directly to our citizens who have been displaced by Hurricane Katrina. Many of you have been evacuated from the flooded and destroyed areas and now find yourselves far from home -- without proper identification or even a change of clothes....

Breaking...didn't see this anywhere else.

Today President Bush gave an address as part of the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer is an annual event established in 1952 by an Act of the United States Congress. This was long before the liberal left in this country began its quest to wipe all mention of God or Prayer from the American public landscape. This day is part of a tradition that dates back to the landing of the pilgrims at Plymouth Rock, to the launch of the American Revolution, the men and women who founded this nation in freedom relied on prayer to...

WASHINGTON, May 5 /U.S. Newswire/ -- House Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-Texas) today delivered remarks on the importance of humility in public service and asked for continued prayers for the U.S. Congress at the annual National Day of Prayer service. Below are excerpts from his remarks. "No man or woman of any faith or of no faith can truly love, truly serve, truly persevere, truly dare mighty deeds, truly hope for the future or truly honor the past, without a humble heart. "So it is for humility, then, that, on behalf of the legislative branch -- both houses, both parties...

Matthew 6: 9-13 In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

National Day of Prayer By E.F. Winslow 5-5-2005 May 5th is recognized by the Federal government as the National Day of Prayer, an annual event since 1952, although the date was not officially fixed by Congress until 1988. Last year, some 20,000 prayer gatherings happened around the country. And, since it is organized and run by private citizens, there is nothing the ACLU can do about it. Smile.

THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, and welcome to the White House. Laura and I are honored to join you on this important occasion. I want to thank Shirley Dobson, the chairman of the National Day of Prayer. Thank you for organizing this event and thank you for your wonderful comments. I'm glad to see you brought your husband, Jim, with you. (Laughter.) It's good to have Vonette Bright with us, welcome. I appreciate my fellow Texan, Max Lucado, for his wonderful prayer. Thank you very much; welcome. I'm glad you and Denalyn are with us. Rabbi, thank you for your reading...

President Bush honored the 54th National Day of Prayer today with a ceremony at the White House. The President also celebrated Cinco de Mayo. Also today, Bush welcomed Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo. Enjoy your daily dose of Dubya!

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER EVENTS FOR VIRGINIA May 5, 2005 1st Thursday in May The following is a list of prayer events for Virginia, all taking place on May 5, 2005. These community National Day of Prayer Observances are sorted alphabetically by city. If an event in your community is not listed but should be, please email Nancy Sharman with the details. Virginia State Capitol Observance May 5, 2005, 12 noon to 1 pm Capitol Square, Bell Tower Richmond, Va Contact: Nancy Sharman, 540-727-1007 Abingdon Main Street Park across from the Post Office in Abingdon. The rain location will be...

But Lt. Col Johnson Has High Praise For Vast Majority Of U.S. Troops The observation of the National Day of Prayer had been traditional for many years, and then legislated in 1988 by both houses of Congress and signed by President Ronald Reagan. Recently, world events have impacted the annual ceremony. May 6, the 12th Annual ceremony for Delaware County at Rose Tree Park, was evidence many individuals believe prayer is an essential means to address today's ills. Rev. Wylie Johnson, pastor of Springfield Baptist Church, had been asked to speak at the 2003 event by coordinators Evelyn and Robert...

President Bush Marks 53rd Anniversary of National Day of Prayer: Remarks by the President on National Day of Prayer THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all. Please sit down. Please be seated. Thank you all. Thanks for coming. Good afternoon and welcome to the White House. I'm honored to join you at this important annual event. Since the Continental Congress sat in Philadelphia, America has, from time to time, set aside a national day of prayer. Under a law signed by President Ronald Reagan, that day comes every year on the first Thursday in May. That would be today. (Laughter.) Today, in...

Let Freedom Ring - National Day of Prayer - Mixing Politics and Religion At a time when President Bush's faith and John Kerry's Catholicism are increasingly scrutinized, the Washington Post, in a story picked up around the country, questions the appropriateness of mixing prayer and politics during the National Day of Prayer.

Prayer for the Nation 2004 By Dr. Barry Black, Chaplain of the United States Senate As a sign of unity, we are asking people to pray the Prayer for the Nation at noon on May 6, wherever they are. Some will be at a public prayer observance at that time, while others will be sitting in front of their desks at work. Regardless of his or her location, it is important that His people, who are called by His name, seek Him in unity. If people participate in this form of corporate prayer, it will be like a wave of...

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Dear Fellow FReepers, The Liberal Left is quite fond of misinterpreting Thomas Jefferson, taking out of context a portion of a letter he wrote to the Danbury Baptist Church on January 1, 1802, the phrase "separation of church and state", and even more incorrectly assigning this phrase of five words to our Constitution. Mr. Jefferson attempted to quell the fears and concerns of a group of Connecticut Christians who had heard rumors, false though they may be, of the establishment of a national religion; ironically, and typically overlooked, Mr. Jefferson concluded his response to his fellow citizens by writing, "I...

The President had a full day today, starting with a meeting regarding the Commission for Assistance to a Free Cuba, and a new pro-active policy to liberate Cuba from the repressive regime of Fidel Castro. He then attended a prayer service in the East Room at the White House for the National Day of Prayer. Jordan’s King Abdullah joined the President later in a joint news conference in the Rose Garden, where the President expressed a renewed commitment to the Road Map for Peace in the Middle East. He also expressed his profound regret for what had been done to...